"The graces of My Mercy are drawn by means of one vessel only, and that is trust." (Diary 1578) Our Pastor, referring to this quote by St. Faustina, put it into terms we could understand by saying that mercy is a bottomless well. The bucket we use to draw upon God's...
Reflections
He Knew
by Barbara Lishko | Apr 18, 2025
We have entered the Triduum: Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and Holy Saturday. These three days culminate Christ's redemptive work on our behalf and mark a new beginning for us. Sin is no longer a noose around our neck. Unless we refuse to repent and continue in our sin....
Walking Straight on Crooked Paths
by Barbara Lishko | Apr 5, 2025
My plan was to be a nurse, and God’s plan for me was to marry. While not opposed to one another, this simultaneous endeavor was impossible to pursue in a third-world country. Years later, my next plan was to be a pastry chef. God’s plan was a series of unexpected yet...
Mission Impossible, MOM
by Barbara Lishko | Mar 24, 2025
All we wanted to do was to get the three kids in the car and arrive at the appointed time. The bottle was filled, and extra formula and diapers were checked. Snacks? Are there enough snacks for the fifteen-minute round trip? Potty, did everyone go potty? "I don't have...
Newsletter- just catching up Issue 1
by Barbara Lishko | Feb 17, 2025
Welcome to my first newsletter where we get to connect on what's new and tap into your brilliant minds to see what direction to focus my memoir. A quick update from me-- Book sales are moving along. I will be at the Christopher West event sponsored by the Theology of...